Strategist, Creative

Brainlabs is a digital media agency - we're passionate about using data and tech to craft marketing strategies that drive real business results for clients. Our 1000+ Brainlabbers partner with some of the world's largest advertisers to do just that.

Our mission is simple, we want to become the world's largest independent media agency, famous for delivering high performance and accelerating the careers of Brainlabbers whilst we're at it.

Brainlabs has always been a culture-first company. In fact, from the very beginnings of the agency a set of shared principles, philosophies and values was documented in The Brainlabs Handbook, helping us create our unique culture.

As with everything here we always seek to adapt and improve so The Brainlabs Handbook has been fine-tuned to become The Brainlabs Culture Code.

This Culture Code consists of 12 codes that talk to what it means to be a Brainlabber. It's a joint commitment to continuous development and creating a company that we can all be proud of, where Brainlabbers can turn up to do great work, make great friends and win together.

You can read The Brainlabs Culture Code in full here.

**What's the role?**

We're looking for a Strategist Creative to join our Creative & Technical Solutions team.

Reporting directly to the Director of Creative & Technical Solutions, the Jr. Interactive Designer will be responsible for a variety of production activities including but not limited to sourcing, formatting, adapting and creating design assets for digital display advertisements. The person will be developing storyboards, proofreading and coordinating the transfer of production deliverables. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to bring your concepts to life by translating your designs into animated banners. In this role, you will gain valuable studio experience while directly working alongside our team of interactive web developers in fulfilling ad production projects across their associated accounts.

**Your portfolio**

We'd love to see examples of your awesome work As part of the interview process, we'll ask you to submit an online portfolio. This could include digital or/and print work, interactive components, web design, video projects, advertising banners, etc. (for example: School, Personal or Freelance projects) showcasing your design skills.

**So, tell me about the company**

Brainlabs is on a mission to build the biggest digital-first media agency in the world.

We hire the top talent in the industry and give them the right training, tools and culture to do the best work of their career.

As one of the world's leading independent agencies, our agility and client-centricity allows us to win for clients.

To learn more about what it's like to be a Brainlabber, check out our company handbook.

**What this job **is**:

- Collaborative - you will be working alongside a very talented group of people, who you will not only learn from but also share your ideas and work towards a common goal
- Highly creative - you are always searching for new possibilities to create unique solutions to complex problems.
- **What particular set of skills would suit this role?**
- 1-3 years of experience working with Adobe Creative Products (Photoshop, Illustrator, After effects) in a professional setting.
- Compiling creative across all channels
- Manage Website banners
- Adaptation of CRM, paid, and website. PSG, Photoshop, Adobe, video editing (small transition), and working with the BL team on basic requirements to improve performance.
- Strong administrative and project management skills
- Knowledge of digital advertising formats and usability considerations
- Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint or equivalent Google product
- Bachelor's degree or diploma in interactive design, graphic design or related experience
- Proven ability and appetite to learn new technologies quickly
- High professional standards and a commitment to service and operational excellence
- A quick and eager learner with an engaged, lean-forward approach
- A strong communicator both verbal and written
- Desire and aptitude to grow in a fast-paced environment

Desirable experience
- Basic understanding of HTML5, CSS and Javascript
- Experience in digital ad production in an advertising agency setting
- Experience working with any of the following: Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe Edge, Google Web Designer, Google Studio
- Knowledge of the digital media landscape, including key technologies, business models, standards/guidelines, technology platforms and products

**How will I know I am doing it right?**

The Creative & Technical Solutions Team will be delivering high-quality products on time Client & your team's happiness will be key metrics for success.

**What happens next**

We know searching for a job is tough and that you want to find the best career and employer for you. We also want to ensure that this position is the best fit for both you and us. Therefore, you will participate in a comprehensive inte